Popular places to visit
Lansing Center
Learn about the events happening in Lansing Center during your trip to Lansing. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Michigan State Capitol
Admire the marvelous domed building that marks the seat of government in Michigan, then take a tour of the interior to learn how the state’s laws are made.
Adado Riverfront Park
Experience the relaxed atmosphere of this tranquil part of Michigan’s historic capital city and enjoy live music on the banks of the river.
Jackson Field
Catch an event at Jackson Field during your trip to Lansing. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
River Trail
One of the best ways to experience the character and atmosphere of Michigan’s capital city is to follow this path along the banks of the Grand River.
Michigan History Museum
The history of the people of Michigan is presented across five levels of exhibits at this museum that charts the story of the state from its earliest days through to the 21st century.
Top hotels in East Side
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing
The staff were all friendly and very helpful. The coffee was excellent and the lobby seating area was large and comfortable.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
SpringHill Suites by Marriott East Lansing University Area
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Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Lansing - East
The front desk staff was very friendly. The pool room was uncomfortably hot and humid. The heat with the chlorine made it almost unbearable. There was a lot of room to visit in the lobby, which was wonderful. The room was spacious and clean. The detergent from the sheets made my skin breakout into ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hyatt House Lansing University Area
Great location for visiting MSU. Friendly staff and very clean.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area
The first room had one of the beds unmade and a used towel in the bathroom. The second room had a really noisy heater. Got it right with the 3rd room but the heater could also use updating to something quieter. Good location near shops and restaurants but pretty quiet. Breakfast and the gym were ...
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing
Clean room.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Side
Old Town Lansing
Travellers enjoy Old Town Lansing for its live music and architecture. Consider checking out The Creole Gallery while you're in the area.
Downtown Lansing
If you're spending some time in Downtown Lansing, Michigan State Capitol and Adado Riverfront Park are top sights worth seeing.
REO Town
While there might not be top attractions in REO Town, you can explore the larger area and discover places like River Trail and Michigan History Museum.
Eastwood
While Eastwood may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastwood Towne Center and Adado Riverfront Park.
Moores Park
When in Moores Park, you can plan a visit to River Trail and Michigan History Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Michigan History Museum and Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
